Apostle Paul was so wise. He did not say thank God for everything, he said in everything, thank him. As the mentor of most the the known world at that time, Paul experienced many physical trials that tested his faith. Yet, he managed to praise and thank God in those trials and win souls. I want my faith and loyalty to God to be that strong when it's my turn to go through. God recently put a challenge /opportunity in my life and he has not seen fit to remove it. What I'm learning is how to trust Him more and step up to more service. I learned a long time ago that if you stand up and declare to God here am I Lord send me. He will do it.
In this season of my life I can say that God prepared me for it years ago. I knew if I had stepped into it then I would not have been ready. I've been serving God most of my life... 30 years of almost 39 so I've seen him do some awesome things. If you feel you are overworked and under appreciated, my word for you is that the Lord sees your works and He will reward you openly--Don't be weary in well doing. In due season you will reap if you faint not.
If the enemy is buffeting you now, know that he does not have you and that is reason to rejoice. Remember that God does not put anything on us that we cannot bear. His joy is our strength. There is not a blessing that is not preceded by a battle. Be bleesed and have a wonderful day.
Saturday, October 17, 2009
The tongue: A blessing and a curse
Hello, and good morning readers:
I know I have not posted in a while, but I wanted to share the streaming faith bible nuggets I've been receiving lately about gossip and the tongue. The various teachers, mentors, ministers and contributors have taken their texts from the famous scriptures in the book of James. The book of James is a very short book, but oh what a powerful message. The new revelation that I received from these snippets was that all of us should use our tongues to lift up and not tear down. God does indeed hate talebearers or in our current vernacular busy bodies or gossips. It is just as hurtful to spread a slanderous rumor as it is to spread a lie. Both gossip methods have the potential to ruin life or a family.
At the workplace privacy is the best policy. I am not implying that you be anti-social, but there are definitely haters there that are out to ruin you because they just don't have anything else to do. Unfortunately, in the church it can be worse.
Be wise in whom you tell your secrets to...chances are there is at least one person besides their mom they will tell it too and then you are labeled with the scarlet letter. Pray first about your troubles and if you still can't break through, then you can go to a spiritually strong friend that has gone through a similar situation and can coach you through it.
Let your tongue be a weapon only to tear down the kingdom of satan and not your fellow man. We are not judges. We are witnesses. For you comedians, the bible says let your yes be yes and your no be no. For you brown nosers, false flattery is lying,
remember the truth will set you free. If you've been negative and a gossip, repent, if you are still nursing a grudge against those that hurt you and yours, forgive, and learn the lesson. Speak life to your situation and blessings to others. Be blessed and have a nice day.
I know I have not posted in a while, but I wanted to share the streaming faith bible nuggets I've been receiving lately about gossip and the tongue. The various teachers, mentors, ministers and contributors have taken their texts from the famous scriptures in the book of James. The book of James is a very short book, but oh what a powerful message. The new revelation that I received from these snippets was that all of us should use our tongues to lift up and not tear down. God does indeed hate talebearers or in our current vernacular busy bodies or gossips. It is just as hurtful to spread a slanderous rumor as it is to spread a lie. Both gossip methods have the potential to ruin life or a family.
At the workplace privacy is the best policy. I am not implying that you be anti-social, but there are definitely haters there that are out to ruin you because they just don't have anything else to do. Unfortunately, in the church it can be worse.
Be wise in whom you tell your secrets to...chances are there is at least one person besides their mom they will tell it too and then you are labeled with the scarlet letter. Pray first about your troubles and if you still can't break through, then you can go to a spiritually strong friend that has gone through a similar situation and can coach you through it.
Let your tongue be a weapon only to tear down the kingdom of satan and not your fellow man. We are not judges. We are witnesses. For you comedians, the bible says let your yes be yes and your no be no. For you brown nosers, false flattery is lying,
remember the truth will set you free. If you've been negative and a gossip, repent, if you are still nursing a grudge against those that hurt you and yours, forgive, and learn the lesson. Speak life to your situation and blessings to others. Be blessed and have a nice day.
Saturday, September 26, 2009
Love Yourself and Others Will Also
I read a meditation today about falling in love with yourself. I made me think. Do I love myself as much as I say I want someone else to love me? I realized that I needed to replenish some self love and take care of me just as much as I take care of my loved ones. I know this is not very spiritual, but it works for me. I had to take a break to replenish my strength and reestablish equilibrium. I read some great books, the bible, prayed, journaled, listened to some wonderful jazz music, and did a lot of resting.
In other words, I took a stay-cation from the noise and chaos of my life and got me together. I feel better now. Everything in my environment is exactly how I left it, but I am more equipped to face it and deal with the problems. Take time to take care of yourself so that you can continue to care for the people you love.
In other words, I took a stay-cation from the noise and chaos of my life and got me together. I feel better now. Everything in my environment is exactly how I left it, but I am more equipped to face it and deal with the problems. Take time to take care of yourself so that you can continue to care for the people you love.
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
quote s of note.
These quotes were a shot in the arm for me when I read them. Enjoy. Inspirtation4u
Celebrate what you’ve accomplished, but raise the bar a little higher each time you succeed.
-Mia Hamm
Past experience should be a guide post, not a hitching post.
-D. W. Williams
You can’t do it unless you can imagine it.
-George Lucas
Slow down, simplify, and be kind.
-Naomi Judd
Dost thou love life? Then do not squander Time, for that’s the stuff Life is made of.
-Benjamin Franklin
The more difficult the victory, the greater the happiness in winning.
-Pele
Look for players with character and ability. But remember, character comes first.
-Joe Gibbs
I like to train. I enjoy challenges, but most of all I like winning.
-Sugar Ray Leonard
The first thing any coaching staff must do is weed out selfishness.
-Johnny Majors
Even though they are paid differently, everyone has to feel appreciated.
-Roger Staubach
You can only milk a cow so long, then you're left holding the pail.
-Hank Aaron
A champion is afraid of losing. Everyone else is afraid of winning.
-Billie Jean King
Preconceived notions are the locks on the door to wisdom.
Imagination is more important than knowledge. -Merry Browne
The most important work you and I ever do will be within the walls of our own homes.
-Harold B. Lee
Never be afraid to sit awhile and think.
-Lorraine Hansberry
Chance favors the prepared mind.
-Louis Pasteur
Be sure you put your feet in the right place, and then stand firm.
-Abraham Lincoln
Perseverance is not a long race; it is many short races one after another.
Walter Elliott
Celebrate what you’ve accomplished, but raise the bar a little higher each time you succeed.
-Mia Hamm
Past experience should be a guide post, not a hitching post.
-D. W. Williams
You can’t do it unless you can imagine it.
-George Lucas
Slow down, simplify, and be kind.
-Naomi Judd
Dost thou love life? Then do not squander Time, for that’s the stuff Life is made of.
-Benjamin Franklin
The more difficult the victory, the greater the happiness in winning.
-Pele
Look for players with character and ability. But remember, character comes first.
-Joe Gibbs
I like to train. I enjoy challenges, but most of all I like winning.
-Sugar Ray Leonard
The first thing any coaching staff must do is weed out selfishness.
-Johnny Majors
Even though they are paid differently, everyone has to feel appreciated.
-Roger Staubach
You can only milk a cow so long, then you're left holding the pail.
-Hank Aaron
A champion is afraid of losing. Everyone else is afraid of winning.
-Billie Jean King
Preconceived notions are the locks on the door to wisdom.
Imagination is more important than knowledge. -Merry Browne
The most important work you and I ever do will be within the walls of our own homes.
-Harold B. Lee
Never be afraid to sit awhile and think.
-Lorraine Hansberry
Chance favors the prepared mind.
-Louis Pasteur
Be sure you put your feet in the right place, and then stand firm.
-Abraham Lincoln
Perseverance is not a long race; it is many short races one after another.
Walter Elliott
Your Life's Work. Do what you are.
So often times, we go through u life thinking its just enough to survive and make a living on a job. We don't enjoy what we do--in fact we hate what we do, the jobs we perform literally make us sick from stress and at the end of a 20-30 year career we have little to show for a lifetime of work. At some point in our careers we need to re evaluate our goals. I decided to teach and counsel because that is what I enjoy sharing the life experiences that have rewarded me in wisdom.
It was a difficult decision to leave the familiar and the comfort zone but I knew I would never be fully satisfied settling to do something that did not fully utilize my gifts and talents or grew them either. Let the provoking thoughts of this next article make you think. Enjoy.
Defining Your Direction
Your Life’s Work
Many people are committed to professions and personal endeavors they never consciously planned to pursue. They attribute the shape of their lives to circumstance, taking on roles they feel are tolerable. Each of us, however, has been blessed with a purpose. Your life’s work is the assemblage of activities that allows you to express your intelligence and creativity, live in accordance with your values, and experience the profound joy of simply being yourself. Unlike traditional work, which may demand more of you than you are willing to give, life’s work demands nothing but your intent and passion for that work. Yet no one is born with an understanding of the scope of their purpose. If you have drifted through life, you may feel directionless. Striving to discover your life’s work can help you realize your true potential and live a more authentic, driven life.
To make this discovery, you must consider your interests in the present and the passions that moved you in the past. You may have felt attracted to a certain discipline or profession throughout your young life only to have steered away from your aspirations upon reaching adulthood. Or you may be harboring an interest as of yet unexplored. Consider what calls to you and then narrow it down. If you want to work with your hands, ask yourself what work will allow you to do so. You may be able to refine your life’s work within the context of your current occupations. If you want to change the world, consider whether your skills and talents lend themselves to philanthropic work. Taking stock of your strengths, passions, beliefs, and values can help you refine your search for purpose if you don’t know where to begin. Additionally, in your daily meditation, ask the universe to clarify your life’s work by providing signs and be sure to pay attention.
Since life’s journey is one of evolution, you may need to redefine your direction on multiple occasions throughout your lifetime. For instance, being an amazing parent can be your life’s work strongly for 18 years, then perhaps you have different work to do. Your life’s work may not be something you are recognized or financially compensated for, such as parenting, a beloved hobby, or a variety of other activities typically deemed inconsequential. Your love for a pursuit, however, gives it meaning. You’ll know you have discovered your life’s work when you wake eager to face each day and you feel good about not only what you do but also who you are.
It was a difficult decision to leave the familiar and the comfort zone but I knew I would never be fully satisfied settling to do something that did not fully utilize my gifts and talents or grew them either. Let the provoking thoughts of this next article make you think. Enjoy.
Defining Your Direction
Your Life’s Work
Many people are committed to professions and personal endeavors they never consciously planned to pursue. They attribute the shape of their lives to circumstance, taking on roles they feel are tolerable. Each of us, however, has been blessed with a purpose. Your life’s work is the assemblage of activities that allows you to express your intelligence and creativity, live in accordance with your values, and experience the profound joy of simply being yourself. Unlike traditional work, which may demand more of you than you are willing to give, life’s work demands nothing but your intent and passion for that work. Yet no one is born with an understanding of the scope of their purpose. If you have drifted through life, you may feel directionless. Striving to discover your life’s work can help you realize your true potential and live a more authentic, driven life.
To make this discovery, you must consider your interests in the present and the passions that moved you in the past. You may have felt attracted to a certain discipline or profession throughout your young life only to have steered away from your aspirations upon reaching adulthood. Or you may be harboring an interest as of yet unexplored. Consider what calls to you and then narrow it down. If you want to work with your hands, ask yourself what work will allow you to do so. You may be able to refine your life’s work within the context of your current occupations. If you want to change the world, consider whether your skills and talents lend themselves to philanthropic work. Taking stock of your strengths, passions, beliefs, and values can help you refine your search for purpose if you don’t know where to begin. Additionally, in your daily meditation, ask the universe to clarify your life’s work by providing signs and be sure to pay attention.
Since life’s journey is one of evolution, you may need to redefine your direction on multiple occasions throughout your lifetime. For instance, being an amazing parent can be your life’s work strongly for 18 years, then perhaps you have different work to do. Your life’s work may not be something you are recognized or financially compensated for, such as parenting, a beloved hobby, or a variety of other activities typically deemed inconsequential. Your love for a pursuit, however, gives it meaning. You’ll know you have discovered your life’s work when you wake eager to face each day and you feel good about not only what you do but also who you are.
prayer of encouragement
This was taken from beliefnet. This prayer encouraged me and I know it will do the same for you.
Dear Lord and Father of mankind,
Forgive our foolish ways;
Reclothe us in our rightful mind,
In purer lives Thy service find,
In deeper reverence, praise.
Drop Thy still dews of quietness,
Till all our strivings cease;
Take from our souls the strain and stress,
And let our ordered lives confess
The beauty of Thy peace.
Breathe through the heats of our desire
Thy coolness and Thy balm;
Let sense be dumb, let flesh retire;
Speak through the earthquake, wind, and fire,
O still, small voice of calm.
Dear Lord and Father of mankind,
Forgive our foolish ways;
Reclothe us in our rightful mind,
In purer lives Thy service find,
In deeper reverence, praise.
Drop Thy still dews of quietness,
Till all our strivings cease;
Take from our souls the strain and stress,
And let our ordered lives confess
The beauty of Thy peace.
Breathe through the heats of our desire
Thy coolness and Thy balm;
Let sense be dumb, let flesh retire;
Speak through the earthquake, wind, and fire,
O still, small voice of calm.
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